Private charter between Kota Kinabalu and Lawas starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Lawas (BWN), and from Lawas (BWN) back to Kota Kinabalu (BKI).
As the crow flies, Kota Kinabalu to Lawas is roughly 166 kilometres — 103 miles, or 90 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Kota Kinabalu and Lawas, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MYR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | RM38,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MYR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 41 min | RM38,000 – RM52,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 40 min | RM42,000 – RM56,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
The guide range for Kota Kinabalu–Lawas is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia: Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Lawas, Malaysia: Brunei International Airport and Labuan Airport.
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport | Brunei International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | WBKK / BKI | WBSB / BWN |
| Longest hard runway | 12,402 ft | 12,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 10 ft | 73 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 54 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Kota Kinabalu to Lawas can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kota Kinabalu International Airport has 12,402 ft and Brunei International Airport 12,000 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 166 km.
Alternates within range: Labuan Airport (9,006 ft, 53 km) · Limbang Airport (4,922 ft, 44 km) · Lawas Airport · Pulau Muara Besar Heliport
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Kota Kinabalu–Lawas when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Kota Kinabalu and Lawas.
Kota Kinabalu–Lawas is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 41 min gate to gate across the 166 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kota Kinabalu–Lawas departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kota Kinabalu–Lawas charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lawas to Kota Kinabalu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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